Jr Estimator

McHugh Concrete Construction, Inc.

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 70,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

AD&D

Flexible Spending Account

EAP

401K

Annual discretionary bonus

Job summary

McHugh Concrete Construction, Inc. in the Greater Chicago Area is seeking an Estimator for cast-in-place concrete projects. You will model in Tekla Structures and use multiple tools to prepare bids and estimates.

Responsibilities include creating 3D BIM estimates, managing bid calendars, requesting supplier quotes, reviewing drawings, and handing off awarded projects to the execution team. Recent grads are encouraged; 1–2 years experience is a plus.

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Construction Management, Construction Technology, Industrial Engineering, Civil Engineering, or equivalent.
Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
1-2 years of relevant experience is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

Create and convert 3D BIM models for estimate using Tekla Structures.
Set up bids/estimates, and quantities.
Request and track sub/supplier quotes from sub/suppliers.
Submit and manage bid RFIs with suppliers as needed.
Review scopes of work, specifications, drawings and other bid documents to ensure a complete estimate.
Maintain up to date Bid Calendar and Bid Logs.
Assist with project handoff to project team for awarded projects.
Load bid drawings and related documents into project management systems.
Submit and track initial project RFIs and submittals; track drawing revisions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Communication skills

Reading drawings

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Construction Management/Technology/Engineering

Civil/Industrial Engineering background

Tools

Tekla Structures

Excel

Outlook

Microsoft Project

BlueBeam Revu

Procore

PipeDrive

OneDrive

Viewpoint Team

SketchUp

REVIT

Job description

Company Description

McHugh Concrete Construction, Inc., located in the Greater Chicago Area, is an industry elite concrete subcontractor specializing on all applications of vertical, cast-in-place concrete structures, parking garages, high-rises, mid-rises, healthcare facilities, commercial buildings, foundations and so much more. The team at McHugh Concrete is dedicated to excellence, innovation, and delivering unmatched quality in the construction industry. The company is committed to continuous meaningful improvement and innovation for clients, allowing them to be part of the most complex, notable, and record-setting concrete structures in the nation.

Role Description

Estimating cast-in-place concrete projects using modeling software for the Concrete Special Operations Division.

Skills and Qualifications

* Strong desire to learn, ask questions, attention to detail, and enjoy problem solving
* Team player who works efficiently with others and values collaboration
* Excellent written/verbal communication and interpersonal skills
* Prior experience reading construction drawings and software modeling
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively while taking ownership of assigned estimating responsibilities.

Expectations

* Uphold McHugh Concrete's Core Values | Relationship Driven, Honesty & Integrity, Committed to our People, and Dedicated to Excellence
* Effective use of estimating and information management software
* Work independently and alongside the team to efficiently complete tasks with precision, to meet interna and external schedule deliverables, achieving goals and exceeding client expectations
* Promote a positive image of McHugh Concrete to clients, suppliers, subcontractors, and vendors.

Responsibilities

* Create and convert 3D BIM models for estimate using Tekla Structures.
* Set up bids/estimates, and quantities.
* Request and track sub/supplier quotes from sub/suppliers.
* Submit and manage bid RFI's with suppliers as needed.
* Review scopes of work, specifications, drawings and other bid documents to ensure a complete estimate.
* Maintain up to date Bid Calander and Bid Logs
* For awarded projects, assist with project handoff to project team.
o Load all the bid drawings and related documents into our project management systems.
o Independently submit and track initial project RFIs and submittals until handed off to project team.
o Track drawing revisions when changes are issued to ensure sets are up to date until handed off to project team.
o Compare and review new construction documents for potential cost changes and coordinate/discuss findings with project teams as needed.

Education and Experience

* Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Construction Management, Construction Technology, Industrial Engineering. Civil Engineering, or equivalent combination of technical training and related experience.
* Recent graduates are encouraged to apply
* 1 -2 years of relevant experience is a plus, but not required.

Software Tools

Tekla Structures, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Project, BlueBeam Revu, Procore, PipeDrive, OneDrive, Viewpoint Team, SketchUp, REVIT, etc.

Annual Salary Pay Range

$55,000 - $70,000

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